$829,900
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618 Monroe Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated payment $5,903/month

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,239 Sq Ft
$371 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Property is near park
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Georgian Architecture
  • Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 4-minute walk to Centennial Park

About This Home

Classic charm meets modern comfort in this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath all brick Georgian Revival. A light and bright entryway welcomes you in, flanked by formal living and dining rooms. The inviting living room features a wood burning fireplace and flows seamlessly into a sunroom. The formal dining room connects to a well-appointed kitchen with table space and stainless steel appliances. The spacious family room is a standout, featuring a gas fireplace, vaulted beamed ceiling, and skylights that fill the space with natural light. There is also a convenient half bath for guests. Upstairs, you'll find all three bedrooms, including the primary bedroom with dual closets, a cozy window seat, and a private balcony Two additional generously sized bedrooms and an updated hall bath with a soaking tub complete the main level. The unfinished basement offers great storage and a laundry area with sink, ready for your finishing touches. Step outside to a huge fenced backyard featuring a patio and fire pit and access to the 2 car detached garage. Unbeatable location just blocks to Whole Foods, Austin Gardens, the Oak Park Metra station, and with easy access to I-290 and the Green & Blue Lines. Zoned to highly rated Oak Park & River Forest High School. This is the perfect place to start your next chapter.

Listing Agent

Marina Collazo

Redfin Corporation Brokerage Phone: (224) 699-5002 License #475116062 Listed on: 04/02/2026

Redfin Corporation

Co-Listing Agent

Karen Delgado

Redfin Corporation Brokerage Phone: (224) 699-5002 License #475169102

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,625

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Georgian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,239 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Fire Pit
  • Shed
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near park

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,625

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Georgian
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: (224) 699-5002
  • Special Features: 4097
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 2239
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2239
  • Bathroom Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 2239
  • Attic: Dormer,Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • ExteriorFeatures: Fire Pit
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Concrete, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 10120
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17625.3
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $16,938 $65,186 $13,156 $52,030
2024 $16,938 $65,186 $13,156 $52,030
2023 $16,212 $67,168 $13,156 $54,012
2022 $16,212 $53,624 $11,385 $42,239
2021 $15,641 $53,623 $11,385 $42,238
2020 $16,229 $56,510 $11,385 $45,125
2019 $15,088 $52,033 $10,373 $41,660
2018 $14,282 $52,033 $10,373 $41,660
2017 $16,450 $59,552 $10,373 $49,179
2016 $15,457 $50,547 $8,602 $41,945
2015 $15,145 $50,547 $8,602 $41,945
2014 $13,889 $50,547 $8,602 $41,945
2013 $13,864 $51,766 $8,602 $43,164
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/02/2026 04/02/26 For Sale $829,900 +45.6% $371 / Sq Ft
06/17/2013 06/17/13 Sold $570,000 0.0% $250 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/03/2013 05/03/13 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2013 05/01/13 For Sale $570,000 -- $250 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $570,000 Multiple
Warranty Deed $583,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $448,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12597965

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-207-011-0000

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

618 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL

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